maybe you haven’t noticed, but popping up all around Berlin recently have been some improvised structures known as a givebox. you're excused if you don’t know what this is, but there is no excuse for not utilizing a givebox :)
in the age of consumption and sustainability, it’s our social responsibility to be aware of the decisions we make towards recycling and waste. recently, the 7th billionth occupant was welcomed in this world, and now more than ever we need to consider the choices we make in terms of reusing and recycling.
the givebox is as simple as it gets: just leave something or take something. Berliners hardly need to be told what to do with a sharing space, as no one would argue that Berlin has a strong relationship and passion for upcycling and collaborative consumption, demonstrated by the amount of maker communities and upcycling workshops.
the concept of the givebox promotes sustainability, conserves resources, strengthens the neighborhood and helps people free themselves from clutter, while creating a new awareness beyond traditional use and possession of everyday objects.
in Berlin, there’s a givebox in nearly every Kiez:
Kreuzberg - Falckensteinstr 24
Neukölln - Weserstraße 7
Prenzel Berg - Kollwitzstr. 19
Mitte - Steinstr. 37
see if there’s a givebox in your area and start thinking, giving, and taking because everyone has spare stuff to share.
